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Price County, WI

Price County public meetings in 2021

55 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Thu Dec 16, 2021

Highway & Transportation Committee

Highway & Transportation Committee to hold bid opening for County Highway D Project

The committee will meet to conduct a bid opening for the County Highway D Project and receive updates on 2021-2022 construction projects. Members will also discuss staffing issues and the Weimers Dam Project.

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Tue Dec 14, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board to consider moratorium on captive cervid farms

The Board of Supervisors will vote on several resolutions including staffing, funding, and land use. The meeting includes discussions on ARPA funds, opioid settlement funds, and a forest carbon offset project.

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Thu Dec 9, 2021

Executive Committee

Price County Executive Committee discusses ARPA projects and opioid settlement

The committee will review financial reports, including actual vs budget figures and American Recovery Plan Act updates. Discussion includes resolutions for a forest carbon offset project and the designation of general fund money for parcel replanting. The agenda also covers an opioid settlement and broadband expansion status.

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Tue Dec 7, 2021

Buildings & Grounds Committee

Committee to discuss future of Fairgrounds property

The Buildings and Grounds Committee will consider options for the Fairgrounds property. Potential actions include retaining ownership with repairs, maintaining the status quo, selling to a private party, or referring the matter to the County Board.

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Thu Dec 2, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County holds information meeting on Carbon Offset Credits Program

The Board of Supervisors reviewed a proposal to enroll the County Forest in a carbon offset program. The presentation detailed the impact on forest harvesting, contract terms with Bluesource and the American Carbon Registry, and projected revenues.

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Tue Nov 16, 2021

Buildings & Grounds Committee

Buildings & Grounds Committee to discuss Fairgrounds property options

The committee will discuss and potentially take action on options for the Fairgrounds property, including repairs or sale. The meeting also covers maintenance projects for the Normal Building, Safety Building, and Courthouse.

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Tue Nov 9, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board to hold public hearing on proposed 2022 budget

The Board of Supervisors will conduct public hearings on the 2022 budget and the final plan for county and municipal redistricting. The meeting includes votes on tax levies, new staffing, and land management agreements.

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Thu Nov 4, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to review 2022 final budget and ARPA funding

The Price County Executive Committee will discuss the final 2022 budget and health insurance renewal rates. The body will also review the status of the American Recovery Plan Act funding and broadband expansion.

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Tue Nov 2, 2021

Highway & Transportation Committee

Highway & Transportation Committee to review 2022 maintenance and road projects

The committee will discuss updates on construction projects for 2021-2022 and the 2022 State Routine Maintenance Agreement. Members will review progress on County Highway E, County Highway D, and the Weimers Dam project.

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Tue Oct 12, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider 2022-2023 salaries and HVAC repairs using ARPA funds

The Price County Board of Supervisors will meet to vote on resolutions regarding board compensation and building repairs. The board will also review the final 2022 budget and the future of Fairgrounds Property.

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Thu Oct 7, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to review 2022 budget and ARPA-funded HVAC repairs

The Price County Executive Committee will discuss the final 2022 budget and health insurance renewal rates. The body will also consider a resolution to use American Recovery Plan Act (ARPA) funds for HVAC repairs at the Normal Building.

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Tue Oct 5, 2021

Buildings & Grounds Committee

Buildings & Grounds Committee to discuss Fairgrounds and HVAC projects

The committee will review the status and potential public/private partnership of the Fairgrounds property. Members will also discuss repair and replacement projects for the Normal Building, Safety Building, and Courthouse.

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Tue Sep 14, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider 2020 Supervisory Redistricting Plan

The Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing and vote on the tentative 2020 supervisor redistricting plan. The meeting also includes several resolutions regarding short-term debt for road and capital projects.

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Thu Sep 9, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee considers over $3.7 million in short-term debt for 2022 projects

The Price County Executive Committee will discuss financial reports, including the 2020 audit and 2022 preliminary budget. The body is considering several resolutions to finance highway and capital projects through short-term debt and establish a fund for American Rescue Plan Act revenue.

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Thu Sep 2, 2021

Highway & Transportation Committee

Highway & Transportation Committee to discuss 2022 budget and plow truck awards

The committee will review the draft 2022 budget and provide updates on the plow truck RFP vetting and award process. Members will also discuss an ATV route request and the Village of Prentice truck route.

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Fri Aug 27, 2021

Law Enforcement Committee

Law Enforcement Committee to discuss new K-9 unit and officer positions

The Price County Law Enforcement Committee will review reports and vouchers from the Coroner, District Attorney, Clerk of Circuit Court, and Sheriff's Office. The body will discuss the addition of a K-9 unit, a Humane Office, and a Recreation Officer. Members will also consider reclassifying one deputy position to Lieutenant.

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Tue Aug 17, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Board to discuss 2022 preliminary budget and highway improvement programs

The Price County Board of Supervisors will review the 2022 preliminary budget and financial reports. The body is also considering the designation of General Fund money for parcel replanting and the 2023-2027 Highway Department Equipment Improvement Program.

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Tue Aug 17, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider funding for parcel replanting and highway improvements

The Price County Board of Supervisors will meet to discuss designating General Fund money for parcel replanting. The board will also review the Highway Department's equipment and facilities improvement programs for 2023-2027.

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Thu Aug 12, 2021

Executive Committee

Price County Executive Committee to discuss budget and broadband expansion

The Executive Committee will review financial reports, including the 2020 audit and 2022 preliminary budget. Members will discuss broadband expansion proposals and the status of the Normal Building chiller replacement. The meeting includes several resolutions regarding land sales and forest carbon offsets.

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Tue Aug 10, 2021

Highway & Transportation Committee

Highway Committee to review 2022 budget and long-term equipment plans

The Price County Highway & Transportation Committee is meeting to discuss the draft 2022 budget and multi-year equipment and facilities improvement programs. The body will also review updates on bridge, culvert, and dam projects.

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Tue Jul 13, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board of Supervisors reviews mid-year budget actuals

The board is reviewing financial reports for the period of January through June 2021. The documents detail actual revenues and expenditures across the General Fund, Health and Human Services, and other county funds.

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Tue Jul 13, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board discusses budgets, broadband, and building projects

The Board of Supervisors will review financial summaries and the preliminary 2022 budget. Discussion topics include broadband expansion, COVID-19 updates, and future ownership of the County Fairgrounds property.

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Tue Jul 13, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss broadband and building cooling funding

The Price County Executive Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on broadband expansion and facility cooling. The body will also consider additional funding for the Books-by-Mail Program.

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Thu Jul 8, 2021

Buildings & Grounds Committee

Buildings & Grounds Committee to discuss fairgrounds and repair projects

The committee will review financial reports and discuss the status of the fairgrounds property. The meeting includes discussions on the removal of a barn structure and repair projects for the Normal, Safety, and Courthouse buildings.

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Thu Jul 1, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss broadband expansion and ARPA funding

The Price County Executive Committee will meet to discuss broadband project providers and funding utilization for the American Recovery Plan Act. The body will also review the 2020 audit and preliminary 2022 budget goals.

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Tue Jun 15, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board to consider new staff positions and forest carbon project

The Board of Supervisors will discuss a proposal from Bluesource LLC to develop a forest carbon offset project on county lands. They will also consider creating two new full-time positions and two property rezonings.

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Tue Jun 15, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board discusses forest carbon projects and personnel positions

The Board of Supervisors will review financial reports, budget goals, and COVID-19 updates. The agenda includes several rezoning amendments and the creation of two full-time staff positions.

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Fri Jun 11, 2021

Law Enforcement Committee

Law Enforcement Committee to review reports and vouchers

The Price County Law Enforcement Committee will meet to discuss reports and vouchers from the Coroner, District Attorney, Clerk of Circuit Court, and Sheriff's Office. The meeting includes specific discussions regarding the K-9 Unit and Humane Office.

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Thu Jun 10, 2021

Executive Committee

Price County Executive Committee to discuss budgets and wireless internet

The Executive Committee will review 2020-2022 budget goals and American Recovery Plan Act spending. The body will also hear a presentation from Bug Tussel Wireless, LLC regarding wireless internet.

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Fri Jun 4, 2021

Buildings & Grounds Committee

Price County Buildings & Grounds Committee meets June 4, 2021

The committee will review the May 10, 2021, meeting minutes and financial reports. Discussion includes the status of Fairgrounds property and potential public/private partnerships.

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Tue Jun 1, 2021

Highway & Transportation Committee

Highway & Transportation Committee to conduct facilities and infrastructure tour

The committee is conducting a tour of county facilities and infrastructure projects. The itinerary includes visits to highway shops, bridges, and paving projects. No other business items are listed for decision or discussion.

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Tue May 18, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board to discuss budget amendments and hazard mitigation plan

The Board of Supervisors will consider resolutions regarding 2021 budget amendments, the Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan, and public depositories. The meeting includes several board appointments and a closed session to discuss the County Administrator's employment agreement.

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Tue May 18, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board to consider budget amendments and broadband expansion

The Board of Supervisors will vote on several executive resolutions, including budget amendments and the adoption of a Multi-Hazard Mitigation Plan. The meeting includes appointments to various county boards and a closed session regarding the County Administrator's employment agreement.

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Tue May 18, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss expanding broadband services

The Price County Executive Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a resolution regarding the expansion of broadband services within the county.

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Fri May 14, 2021

Law Enforcement Committee

Price County Law Enforcement Committee to review departmental reports and vouchers

The Law Enforcement Committee will meet to discuss reports and vouchers from the Coroner, District Attorney, Clerk of Circuit Court, and Sheriff's Office. The meeting includes specific reviews of the K-9 Unit and Humane Office.

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Thu May 13, 2021

Executive Committee

Price County Executive Committee to discuss ARPA funds and budget amendments

The Executive Committee will review the 2020 and 2021 budgets and discuss the funding timeline and broadband commitments for the American Recovery Plan Act. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding land use, property status, and the US Constitution.

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Mon May 10, 2021

Buildings & Grounds Committee

Buildings & Grounds Committee to elect leadership and review projects

The committee will elect a Chairperson and Vice-chairperson. Members will discuss the scope of their responsibilities, the status of Fairgrounds buildings, and upcoming projects.

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Thu May 6, 2021

Highway & Transportation Committee

Highway Committee to discuss bridge projects and speed limit changes

The Price County Highway & Transportation Committee will meet to discuss infrastructure requests and project updates. The body will review bridge and culvert aid for the Town of Lake and engineering for the County Highway O Bridge replacement.

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Tue Apr 20, 2021

Highway & Transportation Committee

Committee discusses Weimers Dam Gate Project and grant updates

The Highway & Transportation Committee will review the Weimers Dam Gate Project. Discussion includes a bid tabulation report, award update, and an amendment to a previous resolution regarding the WDNR 2020 Municipal Dam grant program.

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Tue Apr 20, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board discusses budget amendments and various county resolutions

The Board of Supervisors will review several items including budget amendments, employee wage schedules, and land use agreements. The meeting includes reports on the 2020 financial summary and updates regarding COVID-19 and the American Recovery Plan.

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Tue Apr 20, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board to vote on 2021 employee wages and budget amendments

The Price County Board of Supervisors will consider a new employee wage schedule and budget amendments for the 2020 fiscal year. The board will also review grant applications for parks, trails, and dam projects. A closed session is scheduled for the County Administrator's performance review.

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Tue Apr 20, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to review administrator performance and grant requests

The Price County Executive Committee will meet to discuss the County Administrator's performance review. The committee will also consider amendments to resolutions regarding two WDNR grant applications.

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Thu Apr 15, 2021

Executive Committee

Price County Executive Committee meets April 15, 2021

The committee will review the March 11 meeting minutes and the Treasurer's monthly report. Discussion includes budget amendments for fiscal year 2020 and grant applications for WDNR and outdoor recreation. The committee will also consider a closed session regarding the County Administrator's performance and employment agreement.

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Thu Mar 18, 2021

Land Use and UW-Extension Committee

Price County Land Use and UW-Extension Committee Meeting

The committee will review reports and financial vouchers for Zoning, Land Conservation, and UW-Extension. Discussion items include setting minimum bid prices for 2021 land sales and the Master Gardener Volunteer Coordinator position.

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Fri Mar 12, 2021

Law Enforcement Committee

Law Enforcement Committee to review reports and vouchers

The Law Enforcement Committee will meet to discuss reports and vouchers from the Coroner, District Attorney, Clerk of Circuit Court, and Sheriff's Office. The agenda includes a mention of new District Attorney Karl Kelz.

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Thu Mar 11, 2021

Executive Committee

Price County Executive Committee to review budgets and tax deed status

The Executive Committee will discuss the 2020 and 2021 actual versus budget reports and the status of delinquent taxes. The meeting includes a closed session to review the County Administrator's performance and an investment proposal.

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Thu Feb 18, 2021

Land Use and UW-Extension Committee

Price County reviews short-term rental permit and land divisions

The Land Use and UW-Extension Committee will consider several zoning permits and land divisions. The body will also review wildlife damage claims and UW-Extension programming.

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Tue Feb 16, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to consider Highway Department Debt Assigned Fund

The Price County Executive Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a resolution. The primary item is the establishment of a Highway Department Debt Assigned Fund.

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Tue Feb 16, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board approves $35,000 for Fairgrounds electrical project

The Board of Supervisors is deciding on funding for infrastructure and the establishment of new financial accounts. They are also requesting the elimination of state-imposed property tax levy limits and extending emergency COVID-19 administrative flexibility.

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Tue Feb 16, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Board to consider funding for Fairgrounds electrical project

The Price County Board of Supervisors will meet to vote on several resolutions, including funding for the Price County Fairgrounds Electrical Service Project. The board will also discuss the 2021 budget and COVID-19 pandemic updates.

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Thu Feb 11, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss budget, tax deeds, and fairground electrical project

The Price County Executive Committee will review the 2021 budget and county-wide fee schedules. The body will consider resolutions regarding operating levy limits, a Health Reimbursement Account fund, and funding for the Fairgrounds Electrical Service Project.

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Thu Jan 21, 2021

Land Use and UW-Extension Committee

Committee to review short-term rental and garage permits

The Land Use and UW-Extension Committee will hold public hearings and decide on land use permits. The body will also review land divisions and tax-delinquent raze orders in the City of Park Falls.

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Tue Jan 19, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board disallows $500,000 claim from Lance Meier

The Board of Supervisors is meeting to decide on several resolutions, including the disallowance of a legal claim and the transfer of real estate to the state. The body is also reviewing updates to the employee handbook and supporting legislative changes to juvenile detention hearing deadlines.

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Tue Jan 19, 2021

Board of Supervisors

Price County Board disallows $500,000 claim and transfers land to state

The Price County Board of Supervisors met to resolve several legal and administrative matters. The board voted to disallow a $500,000 claim and transfer a parcel of real estate to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

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Thu Jan 14, 2021

Executive Committee

Executive Committee to discuss 2019 audit and fairground building removals

The Price County Executive Committee will review the 2019 audit, 2021 budget, and COVID-19 funding status. The body is also considering the removal of fairground buildings and a real estate transfer to the Wisconsin Department of Transportation.

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